On Jul 7, 2012, at 6:03 PM, Randy <randy_94...@yahoo.com> wrote:
> > <snip>.... >> "When a number received in an IP packet is presented in >> network byte >> order, and the host architecture is big endian, what >> must be done to >> convert the number into host byte order?" >> (one word answer) > > My response would be to have a field-day with HR talking about MSB and LSB. > Certainly wouldn't be a one-word answer. So HR disqualifies me? >> >> "What's the problem with using 255.255.255.247 as a subnet >> mask if you >> want to make a LAN subnet with 12 hosts?" >> (5 word answer) > > My response would be: Discontiguous subnet masks were allowed in the pre-CIDR > era. If you so desire, give me about 2 hours since I do not have a scientific > calculator handy; and I will get back to you with the complete-list. > > Definitely not 5 words as required from the HR stand point. So I get > disqualified again! > > ./Randy > Oh, come on, 247 decimal is 0xf7... A single zero bit in the mask isn't enough for 12 hosts no matter where it is. If you need a scientific calculator and 2 hours for that, HR is right. Matthew Kaufman Sent from my iPad
